The Race for Alaskan Oil: 6 Key Takeaways

For more than a generation, opposition to drilling has left a 19-million-acre wildlife refuge in Alaska largely unscathed. But the region is on the cusp of major change as Washington speedily rolls back protections.

How Producing Art Can Keep Our Brains Functioning

“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life," so Pablo Picasso once famously proclaimed. Though we expect the pompous Cubist was being his u...

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Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia

There is a light that connects us. It’s the light of caring, kindness and compassion, steeped in the tradition of mitzvot and tikkun olam.It’s the light of our rich Jewish heritage of knowledge, history and culture, carried from generation to generation. It’s a guiding light we shine to lead the way forward in a storm.At Jewish Federation, bolstered by our seven core attributes, we Carry the Light by serving vulnerable populations, inspiring community engagement, and promoting Jewish life and learning.How do you Carry the Light in your everyday life? Find out more about how you can Carry the Light with us.

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Baker Hughes: US Oil Rig Count Steady for First Time This Year

US energy firms this week kept the number of rigs drilling for oil unchanged for the first time this year, services company Baker Hughes Inc said on Friday, as crude futures trade near a seven-month high.

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Watch Out: Top 10 Building Code Violations

Here’s an alarming stat: About 45 percent of residential field inspections reveal a code violation.

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How Everything We Know About Early Childhood Has Changed Since Head Start Was Founded

Fifty years of research — and “Sesame Street” — have changed our understanding of how to best help disadvantaged kids.

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The top 10 trends transforming the electric power sector

From the decline of coal power to the rise of energy storage, big changes are quickly taking hold in the industry.

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3 tips to remember on Election Day

3 tips to remember on Election DayTranslate this page11/07/2016 | Author: Editorial StaffIf you're voting tomorrow, on Election Day, you may be in for a wait. During early voting, an all-time-high number of registered voters cast their ballots, and counties across the state saw record-breaking turnout . Plus, voter turnout is usually high during presidential electionsHere are a few reminders before you get in line.Know when and where to go.Polling places are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. Visit votetexas.gov to find your polling place and other helpful election info.Don’t stop at the top.Your ballot will have much more than just the presidency. Several federal and state races are down your ballot, and you have important local elections, like city council…